Sexual exploitation is a type of sexual abuse. When a person is exploited they're given things, like gifts, drugs, money, status and affection, in exchange for performing sexual activities. People are often tricked into believing they're in a loving and consensual relationship
This workshop shows what sexual exploitation is, what to do about it and the basics of positive relationships
IS IT OK?
Relationships
Types of relationships
There are lots of different types of relationships. Here are some examples
Romantic - boyfriend/ girlfriend, wife/ husband
Family- Mum, brother, cousin
Friends - someone you are close to
Professionals- Doctor, dentist
Acquaintance- Someone who you know but aren't close to
Strangers- Someone who you don't know
Personal space
Personal space is the space between you and other people. You should always give people personal space so you both feel comfortable.
Personal space is smaller for people that we feel very close to, such as parents and siblings.
The less you know someone the more personal space you should give them.
Where would you put them?
Personal space is.... PERSONAL to everyone! Make sure you feel comfortable. If you don't feel comfortable don't be scared to ask for your personal space.
Can I trust them?
Below are 4 videos, each of them lays out a scenario with a friend. You need to decide would a real friend do that? Can you trust them?
What does a good friend look like?
Consent
Consent is when you give someone permission to do something or agree to do something yourself.
Everyone will have different feelings about what they do and do not like. This will be different for each person you have a relationship with.
If someone does something that makes you feel uncomfortable, do not let it happen and ask them to stop.
If someone performs a sexual act and you do not give CONSENT, it is a sexual assault or rape which is against the law and very serious.
How to report sexual exploitation
Talk to someone you trust: parent, carer, friend, support worker
Phone the police: 999 in an emergency or 101
Talk to the safeguarding Hub or Adult Safeguarding in your area: Carlisle - 0300 303 3249
Contact The Bridgeway Team: 0808 118 6432
Any query's please email: enquires@carlislemencap.co.uk
Credits:
Created with images by 46173 - "pair dreams luck" • josephredfield - "people friends together"